Navigating the PAYE and ICR Option Due To the SAVE Lawsuit
December 20, 2024
On Wednesday, 12/18, the Department of Education (DOE) announced the ability to enroll in two previously closed IDR methods: Pay As You Earn (PAYE) and
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2024 Election Impact on Higher Ed
November 17, 2024
The 2024 election results are in, and higher education will likely change in the coming years. The question is how fast and to what extent.
Importance of Your Student Loan Structure
November 16, 2024
Students and parents often spend countless hours researching colleges, searching for scholarships, and trying to uncover the “WHAT” or the total cost of attending college.
FAFSA 2025-26 Status and Update
November 16, 2024
The Department of Education (DOE) announced this week that the beta testing is going well and that they have not seen any major errors that
SAVE Borrowers May Have an Option to Earn PSLF Credits
November 15, 2024
On Friday, November 15, 2024, the Biden Administration and the Department of Education (DOE) proposed a temporary option for borrowers affected by the SAVE injunction.
Parent PLUS Loan Double Consolidation Is Expiring
November 1, 2024
If you are a parent with Federal Direct Parent PLUS loans, you should be aware of an upcoming deadline. The program called the Double Consolidation for
Save Repayment Update
October 27, 2024
On October 24, the 8th U.S. Circuit Court of Appeals heard an argument related to the current SAVE Repayment halt. This halt started in late
FAFSA Launch Timetable for 2024
September 21, 2024
As students, parents, and colleges anticipate the upcoming financial aid season, many hope not to repeat the same FAFSA season as last year. It was full of
Financial Aid
Student Aid Index (SAI) Calculation
The financial aid process can be complex, but understanding your Student Aid Index (SAI) is an important first step in determining how your family may
September 15, 2026
Student Loan Repayment
Navigating Your SAVE Repayment Options
If you’re one of the millions of borrowers who enrolled in the SAVE plan, you’re now facing a decision you didn’t ask for. SAVE borrowers
August 23, 2026
Paying For College
The New $92,000 Federal Loan Limit Impact on Building Your College List
The high school senior class of 2027 is the second class needing to navigate college financing under the new federal loan limits created by the
August 23, 2026
Paying For College
5 Steps in Paying the College Tuition Bill
Your child’s college bill has arrived. Before you click “Pay,” take a moment to pause. For many families, this is the first time the cost
July 25, 2026
Paying For College
10 Tips for Paying for College and Avoiding Excessive Debt (OBBB Updated)
The 2026-27 college bills are arriving, and for many families, paying for college has become more challenging than ever. The One Big Beautiful Bill Act
July 25, 2026
Student Loans
Paying for College: Parent Plus or Private Student Loans
With the first tuition bill due, many parents face a key question: should they fund their child’s education with a Direct Federal Parent PLUS Loan
July 25, 2026
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